Lessons From Last Time Podcast

Meet Your Hosts

Ken Perry

Knowledge Coop

Ken is the President & CEO of The Knowledge Coop, a groundbreaking social learning technology platform that is reshaping how mortgage companies communicate and collaborate internally. He has a passion for staying ahead of industry developments and a knack for distilling complex topics into accessible insights.

Kirk Faulkner

Knowledge Coop

Kirk brings a wealth of experience from media sales, technology, non-profit, and a thriving 20+ year career in the mortgage industry. As a podcast co-host, he taps into his extensive business network to attract top-tier talent and tell the stories that the industry needs to hear. Additionally, Kirk co-leads the day-to-day operations of the Coop by spearheading the management of sales and support functions.

Latest Episodes

Clip of Ken Perry paying tribute to Fred Baldwin on this rerelease of Lessons From Last Time.

Fred & Mike Baldwin on Lessons from Legends (Rerelease in Memory of Fred Baldwin)

In this special rerelease, we pay tribute to Fred Baldwin—a remarkable leader, mentor, and father. Joined by his son, Mike Baldwin, this episode offers a timeless conversation between two industry leaders whose values shaped both business and family. As we remember Fred, we invite you to revisit the lessons he so generously shared.

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Clip of Pat Stone's Lessons From Last Time episode.

Pat Stone on Following Stoicism to Success

Pat Stone, Chairman and Founder of WFG National Title, shares how Stoic principles have shaped his journey from combat zones to boardrooms. Through stories of challenge and change over his 50-year career, Pat reveals how focusing on what you can control, cultivating empathy, and staying curious can turn adversity into wisdom.

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Justin Tucker on Leading with Curiosity

Justin Tucker, CSO at WFG National Title, explores what it means to lead with curiosity. From his roots in title insurance to launching creative side projects like Pizza Illuminati, Justin reflects on how staying open to feedback, experimenting often, and asking better questions have shaped his approach to strategy and innovation.

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Favorite Moments

Clip of Matthew Cox on Lessons From Last Time.

Matthew Cox on Identity Theft and Mortgage Fraud, A Cautionary Tale

Notorious fraudster Matthew Cox uncovers how he pulled off elaborate identity theft schemes in the mortgage industry. From fake IDs to financing cars under stolen identities, Cox reveals the step-by-step tactics he used to stay hidden for years. A rare look into the mind of a master manipulator who outsmarted the system.

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Michelle Berman-Mikel on Embracing Failure

Our first guest of the season, Michelle Berman-Mikel, founder of Berman Media PD, shares how loss, self-doubt, and starting over gave her the clarity to build her business and life with purpose. Her story offers a roadmap for turning adversity into opportunity and persevering through life's hard moments.

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Matt Graham on Carving Your Own Path

Matt Graham, the owner of MBS Live, is a critical figure in finance news. Widely recognized for his expertise, Graham is a go-to source for publications seeking the most up-to-date information on mortgage rates. As the owner of MBS Live, he plays a pivotal role in shaping and disseminating insights within the financial community.

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